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Sean McAvoy

Sean McAvoy is a sports journalism student at Indiana University, who covers high school football for The B Square Bulletin.

Bloomington South Panthers hit every basket in 4th quarter for 68–56 win over Martinsville

Bloomington South Panthers hit every basket in 4th quarter for 68–56 win over Martinsville

Bloomington South held a 31–30 halftime lead, then pulled away late to beat Martinsville 68–56 on Saturday. The Panthers shot 60% and went 12-for-12 at the line in the fourth. Jack Clark scored 21, while Duncan Combs and Max Surdam added 16 each.

High school hoops: South rallies past North in second half to claim 50–43 rivalry win

High school hoops: South rallies past North in second half to claim 50–43 rivalry win

After trailing by seven at halftime, Bloomington High School South Panthers surged past Bloomington North Cougars with defense and clutch free throws. Jack Clark scored 19 of his 25 points after the break as South won 50–43 at the Cougar Den.

Panthers win holiday hoops tourney with victories over Muncie Central, Avon

Panthers win holiday hoops tourney with victories over Muncie Central, Avon

After a weeklong holiday layoff, Bloomington High School South Panthers looked refreshed, not rusty, winning the Community Cars Tournament with victories over Muncie Central Bearcats (60–58) and Avon Orioles (64–55). Duncan Combs and Jack Clark led the way as the Panthers improved to 6–2.

Bloomington South Panthers survive late scare, outlast North Vigo 71–68 in overtime

Bloomington South Panthers survive late scare, outlast North Vigo 71–68 in overtime

After a tying 3 sent it to overtime, Bloomington South Panthers regrouped and beat Terre Haute North Vigo Patriots 71–68. Duncan Combs scored 27, hit the go-ahead 3 late, and Jack Clark added 20 as South shot 61%.

New Palestine shuts out Bloomington South, ends playoff run for Panthers

New Palestine shuts out Bloomington South, ends playoff run for Panthers

Bloomington South’s season ended Friday with a 42–0 semi-state loss to undefeated New Palestine. The Panthers struggled on both sides of the ball and could not repeat their recent comeback wins. South finishes 11–2, claiming Conference Indiana, Sectional, and Regional titles.

Bloomington South football team heads to semi-state, faces unbeaten New Palestine on Friday

Bloomington South football team heads to semi-state, faces unbeaten New Palestine on Friday

Bloomington South enters Friday’s Class 5A semi-state after a 55–7 regional win over Floyd Central, but now faces unbeaten No. 1 New Palestine. The Dragons are riding a 26-game win streak, while South seeks its first win over New Palestine, as both teams pursue a berth in the state finals.

South overwhelms Floyd Central 55–7, advances to football semi-state at New Palestine

South overwhelms Floyd Central 55–7, advances to football semi-state at New Palestine

Bloomington South erased an early 7–6 deficit with 49 unanswered points to beat Floyd Central 55–7 and claim a third straight regional title. Duncan Combs threw for 186 yards, Braylen Townsend ran for 110, and Sam Giles sparked the surge with a 98-yard kickoff return.